Quick & easy explanations of fractions & problems using fractions

Definition of Fractions:

A fraction is a portion of a whole or, more broadly, a set of equal pieces.In ordinary English, a fraction denotes the number of pieces of a specific size, such as one-half, eight-fifths, or three-quarters.

Top things to learn under Fractions from the online tutor

Usually taught in the 3rd or 4th grade, fractions is an important topic in math that you will keep using throughout your math study ahead, and even in day-to-day life.
 

• What is a Fraction
• Types of Fractions  (Proper fractions, Improper fractions, and Mixed fractions)
• Properties of Fractions
• Rules of Fractions
• Addition with Fractions
• Subtraction with Fractions
• Multiplication with Fractions
• Division with Fractions
• Fractions and Decimals

Fractions Frequently Asked Questions:

Question 1: How to multiply fractions?

Multiplying fractions may be done in three simple steps:
 

• Multiply the top  numbers together (the numerators).
• Multiply the numbers at the bottom (the denominators).
• If necessary, simplify the fraction.

Question 2: How to divide fractions?

Follow these three easy methods to divide fractions:
 

• Make a reciprocal with the divisor.
• Multiply by converting the division symbol to a multiplication symbol.
• If at all feasible, reduce the number of steps.

Question 3: How to add fractions?

There are three easy steps to adding fractions:
 

• Check if the denominators (bottom numbers) are the same.
• Add the top numbers (the numerators) and divide by the denominator to get the result.
• If necessary, simplify the fraction

If the denominators aren't the same, utilise comparable fractions with the same denominator.

To do so, find the LCM of the two denominators.

Rename the fractions with dissimilar denominators to make them addable.

Then add to it and simplify it.

Question 4: How to subtract fractions?

There are three easy steps to adding fractions:
 

• Check if the denominators (bottom numbers) are the same.
• Subtract the top numbers (the numerators) and divide by the denominator to get the result.
• If necessary, simplify the fraction

If the denominators aren't the same, utilise comparable fractions with the same denominator.

To do so, find the LCM of the two denominators.

Rename the fractions with dissimilar denominators to make them subtractable.

Then subtract  it and simplify it (if needed).

Question 5: How to simplify fractions?

To simplify fraction these steps are follows:
 

• Make a list of the numerator and denominator factors.
• Determine the greatest factor that the two have in common.
• The largest common factor is used to divide the numerator and denominator.
• Make a note of the decreased fraction.

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